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NLRC The Premier Long Distance Target Rifle Club at Bisley (UK)

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2015 Schedules for

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NLRC Summary of Club Facilities & Rifle Classes

Welcome

What is the North London Rifle Club (NLRC)North London Rifle Club (NLRC) is a clubthat is steeped in tradition focussed on the development, improvement and transfer of the knowledge and skills in the art Long Distance Rifle Shooting.It has colourful and active membership with some of the finest shooters and wind coaches in the UK. The club can field several shooting teams that can go shoulder to shoulder with most International teams. NLRC, though founded on service rifle shooting, now caters for Target Rifle (TR), and Match Rifle (MR) and more recently F-Class (FC). In addition our members are also active in Black Powder (i.e. “The Smellies”) and clay pigeon, hunting and vermin shooting.Corporate fun days at NLRC offers excellent “bang for buck” that are enjoyed by ladies and gents alike! ..... Golf days will pale in comparison!CLUB FACILITIESThe club is open Wednesday to Sunday inclusive and closed on Mondays & Tuesdays.BAR & LOUNGE: Atmospheric area where members and guests relax and chat in comfort.DINING / KITCHEN: Top class service providing excellent meals ARMOURY / LOCKERS: Secured and alarmed armoury ACCOMMODATION: In single or double rooms (with showers but not en suite) NEW MEMBERS WELCOME The NLRC is a dynamic and active club, open for new members who are energetic and enthusiastic about shooting (both individual and team based). Join an active club with heritage, prestige and character.

NLRC Key Facts

North London Rifle Club (”The North”) Built in 1904“The North” is famous throughout the world, with a rich history of achievement on the ranges by its members, well-documented on the many Honours Boards in the beautiful dining room. It’s colonial style veranda looks out onto the Exhibition Lawn. NLRC operates as a members (with guests welcome) only club supported by Club Stewards. To join is on application and subject to Membership Committee review and Police checks.

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Target Rifle Fullbore Target Rifle (TR) is a distinctively British and Commonwealth of Nations shooting discipline that evolved from Service rifle (SR) shooting in the late 1860s, and is governed in the UK by the rules of the National Rifle Association, UK (NRA). Modern target rifles are extremely accurate, and have 'iron' aperture sights which are fully adjustable for elevation and windage. To level the playing field as much as possible without stifling progress, and to make it possible for riflemen of all budgets to compete seriously, the rifle or all its component parts must be 'readily available in quantity'. Fullbore Target Rifle involves prone position, single shot precision rifles using 'iron' aperture sights at 'round bull' targets at distances from 300 to 1000 yards (on occasion longer), with each shot being carefully scored, plotted and analysed. TR shooters wear Leather or canvas jackets to support them holding the rifle. The standard calibre used worldwide is 7.62x51 NATO. In the UK and the world 'home' of target rifle shooting (and match rifle competition) is the National Shooting Centre Bisley, Surrey. The range is famous for its Stickledown (800 to 1,200 yards) and Century ranges (300 to 600 yards). The premier events in TR are the Imperial Meeting held in from late June to mid July at Bisley and the International PALMA matches. TR participants can shoot in casual to very competitive individual and team matches (Club, County, National and International Level).

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NLRC Details about the Target Rifle Section (what can we say - they like peeps sights and leather jackets!)

Match Rifle Match Rifle (MR) has long been regarded as a premier discipline, and the Elcho, first shot in 1862, is one of the oldest international team matches in any sport. Match Rifle MR is usually fired with the 7.62mm cartridge , like Target Rifle, but at longer distances from 1000 to 1200 yards. Modern trends include development of heavy bullet loads and the use of “barrel tuners”. Experimentation and innovation have always played an important part in the discipline. Telescopic sights and hand loaded ammunition are used, and the specification for rifles and the firing positions allowed are more open. To be competitive extensive experimentation with tuning the rifle / load combination is essential. Whilst the majority of shooters shoot “prone”, a few still adopt the 'supine' position, reclining on their backs feet pointing, gun across their leg towards the target. Shooting from tables has also recently been introduced for those for whom prone/supine shooting is not possibleTHE NLRC1. We have some of the top MR shooters in the UK as members.2. Distance is typically 1000x to 1200x, though, away from Bisley, matches have been shot at 1500x and beyond.3. Key events also includes Elcho Match on Wednesday 8July 2015, which is the match between the home nations and has been shot for over 150 years

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NLRC Details about F-Class (aka Gadget Brigade who always buy new things to have something else to blame)

Rifle Classes: F-Class (FC)

F-Class F-Class Rifle Shooting (The 'F' Honours Canadian Shooter George Farquharson). Also known as “Belly Bench Rest”, this is a fast-growing variant of Fullbore Target Rifle and has undergone phenomenal growth in the UK. F-Class is hot in one of two classes (Open or FTR) at ranges up to 1000 yards (occasionally longer), the rifles being fitted with telescopic sights and the use of rests or bipods (class dependant) and uses rear-bags. Experimentation and innovation towards improved accuracy have always played an important part in the discipline. Telescopic sights and hand loaded ammunition are used, and the specification for rifles, calibres, equipment allowed.NLRC F-Class : The Growing SectionThe GOAL is simple : the NLRC will become the HUB and Centre of Excellence for F-Class. We already have 50 Plus members that have indicated that they have an active interest and/or shoot F-class.We have over 10 members that shoot actively in the GB F-Class League and have 8 members that are part of Team GB. So pretty good chance we can answers some questions! In the OPEN team the NLRC has the GB Captain and Vice Captain and 4+ team members. In the FTR team we have the Vice Captain, 2 Wind coaches and 3+ team members in the NLRC ranks. Two of our esteemed Club Members, Mr. Peter Hobson and Mr. Mik Maksimovic, are founding members of F-Class in the UK and act as advisors on the world governing body. Class No 1 : FTR : Only 2 calibres allowed : 308 Win / 7,62 or 223 Rem / 5.56 and rifle weighted limited to 8.250 kg including the Bipod. Class No 2 : OPEN : The popular calibres are 7 WSM, 284, 6.5mm (Any calibre up to 8mm) with the rifle limited to 10 kg + Separate shooting rest.

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NLRC Key events of the 2015 year for Target Rifle section

TR : Main Events

TARGET RIFLE (TR) Date / Event / Distances

NRA

NLRC Club Events 2015

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PLOTTING TRAINING The Programme includes a training session on the morning of the OURC fixture (16th May). The session will focus on the role of the plotter in the coaching team – how to plot effectively and how to support the wind coach – how to avoid that “I knew we should have come up a bit” feeling. A plotter who can be relied upon to save us a point is a real asset to the team, especially against opponents where every point counts. You may find that proven competence as a plotter can help with aspirations to move up to more senior teams in the Club, or county or international. There will be no charge for the session.

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NLRC The 2015 Results from TR events and matches

TR : Results

The RESULTS of TARGET RIFLE (TR) Events

NLRC Club Events 2014

Resuts of NLRC Club Events

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NLRC TR Teams selection procedures and requirements

TR : Team Selection

NLRC 2015 Rules & Procedures for Team Selection

GENERAL APPROACHI would like to encourage more members to come out and shoot for the Club. I will put out extra teams when there are sufficient numbers to fill additional targets.Do you have limited match experience or have not considered team shooting?Getting involved in the Club matches is a good way to develop your skills and learn team drill.Experienced coaches and shooters:Please review the fixture list and try to find a match or two that you can commit to for the Club.CURRENT TEAMSThose who have been selected for a match will receive an email from me about 2 weeks before the match. Please note my contact details and let me know promptly if your availability changes and not later than 2 weeks before the fixture.Update TR CaptainTR Shooters – please complete and return by 1st March 2015 and keep a copy for your records PLEASE ADVISE ME IMMEDIATELY IF YOUR AVAILABILITY CHANGES DURING THE SEASON

BRIEF BIO of Nick Tremlett (by Webmaster)Nick brings a unique blend of experience, good humour and cookery skills. He first learned to shoot at Bradfield College, being attracted to a sport that involved lying down. An Atheling in 1976, he spent six years at Cambridge, and made the first of his 11 GB teams to date in 1983. Since then he has toured to USA, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Germany, Channel Islands and Australia. Nick is perhaps primarily known for his match rifle prowess. He has been an instrumental part of all GB match rifle teams in the UK and abroad, has won the Hopton five times and is the current captain of the English VIII. He has also had some success with a target rifle. He has 39 ‘Big 5’ appearances for England and Great Britain so far, including 3 Palma matches, and won Her Majesty the Queen’s Prize in 2009. Nick is senior partner in a large veterinary practice, which, by pure chance, is only a short distance from Bisley.

An ideal opportunity for anyone interested in this fascinating branch of long range rifle shooting. Taking place on the weekend of 22 and 23 March 2014 this year, presented by Nick Tremlett (GM). The seminar aims to provide a comprehensive introduction to match rifle shooting. Topics to be covered include * 'Putting a match rifle together', * 'Handloading tips', and * 'Long range wind judgement'. In addition there will be tutorials for the more experienced including * 'Ballistics, basic and advanced', and * 'Shooting technique'.The seminar will take place at the North London Rifle Club, starting about 9am on 22nd, and finishing at lunchtime on 23rd. There will be a social evening and dinner on the Saturday evening. If you are interested and would like more details please contact Nick Tremlett on the mail alongside.

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NLRC The Results from TR events and matches

MR : Results

The RESULTS of MATCH RIFLE (MR) Events

NRA 2015

2015 NLRC Club Events

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2015 Results will be added as they occur

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NLRC Key events of the 2015 year for F-Class Section

FC : NLRC Events

F-CLASS (FC) EVENTSDate / Event / Distances

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NRA Imperial Meeting - F Class Rifle Events Individual and team competitions for F Class Rifle competitors. Starting with warm-up matches on Friday and Saturday, the Grand Aggregate begins with the Daily Telegraph competition on the Saturday afternoon and culminates with the F Class International team match and individual finals on the following Friday. Details and programme of the matches are in the NRA handbook (Bisley Bible). Entry Forms will be available on the NRA website nearer the events.Shooting Division handles administration and organisational matters whilst squadding queries can answer though the link below. The NRA's discipline F Class rep is Peter Hobson for all your technical or discipline queries.F-Class Rifle Shooting (The 'F' Honours Canadian Shooter George Farquharson). Also known as “Belly Benchrest”, this is a fast-growing variant of Fullbore Target Rifle and has undergone phenomenal growth in the UK. Shot in one of two classes at ranges up to 1000 yards (occasionally longer), the rifles being fitted with telescopic sights and the use of rests or bipods (class dependant) and uses rear-bags. Experimentation and innovation have always played an important part in the discipline. Telescopic sights and hand loaded ammunition are used, and the specification for rifles, calibres, equipment allowed.Class No 1 : FTR : Only 2 calibres allowed : 308 Win / 7,62 or 223 Rem / 5.56 and rifle weighted limited to 8.250 kg including the Bipod. Class No 2 : OPEN : The popular calibres are 7 WSM, 284, 6.5mm (Any calibre up to 8mm) with the rifle limited to 10 kg + Seperate shooting rest.

F-Class ICFRA RulesPDF Attachment

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NLRC Key events of the 2014 year for F-Class Section (We growing and need some NEW members)

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NLRC : Developing a Bisley based F-Class team shooting league

FC : Bisley Teams League

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F-Class NLRC BISLEY Teams League 2015In an endeavour to promote and develop TEAM based F-Class shooting at Bisley the NLRC is launching a BISLEY based F-class league in APRIL 2015. It will be based on team shooting with 4 Shooters + Wind Coach on a Rutland Team basis. The primary goals are:* Team based shooting designed to introduce and develop shooters both old and new and easier for Sporting rifles to join and get involved* Get the juniors and new shooters involved and transfer and refine the knowledge and techniques* Formally and informally develop coaching and wind reading in the F-Class community* The teams may be made of various combinations (FTR / Open / Sport) for a hybrid team class* Continue the F-Class training and shooter development* All Bisley based clubs, “Teams of individuals” and numerous European competitors will be encourage to participate TEAM SHOOTING : Match Structure * Each league match will have 2 shooting parts Part A : SATURDAY Morning : Registration and Help / Intro’s / Team Allocation / Coach Part B : SATURDAY Afternoon : Shooting at 300 / 600 Yards : 2 Stages (32 rounds + BO)Part B : SATURDAY Evening : Meals and Lectures at NLRCPart C : SUNDAY Morning : Shooting at 900 / 1000 Yards : 2 Stages (44 rounds + BO)Part D : SUNDAY Lunch : Prize Giving and Close at NLRCIt has been structured like this to allow all participants time to travel to Bisley on the SAT morning and get back on the SUN afternoon. We are expecting intensive support from European shooters eager to try F-Class. Competitors from Germany, Holland and France, and even Italy or Spain can be expected.

NLRC League Organiserfclass@nlrc.org

NLRC FC Teams League

Elements of FC NLRC League?To develop Team based FC at Bisley Attain and train new shootersTeam Composition4 Shooters Wind Coach3 ClassesLectures, Training & TipsFull RulesLinks to full F-Class ruleswill be published

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F-Class NLRC BISLEY Teams League 2015An International F-Class Match : The FC All Comers Match hosted by NLRC on FRIDAY 19 June 2015 at Stickledown (PM)The EMERALD Cup is being held along side CREEDMOOR Cup on the Tullamore Range in Ireland during late June 2015. SHIRT is the Southern Hemisphere International Shooting Team - an invitational team to take on USA and Ireland. The team will do load development and prep ammunition and practice at Bisley (NLRC 14 to 20 June) and travel to Ireland from 20 June to 7 July 2015. To give the SHIRT Team a proper practice (i.e. abuse) and get some international match competition the GB F-Class Teams both FTR and OPEN have kindly put up teams in a F-Class Rutland match hosted by NLRC.The SHIRT Team consists of:NameOriginRoleClaim to FameLINDA GALLAGHER : Australia : Captain : Captain AUS to F-Open Gold in Worlds’13MIAS NIEUWOUDT : South Africa : Manager / Shooter : Manager SA F-Open Bronze in Worlds’13TIM STEWART : ex South Africa: Wind Coach / Logistics: Euro’12 FTR Champ / Bronze FTR Worlds’13HENK VENTER: South Africa : Shooter : GOLD SA Internat. Challenge ‘13 / F-TR Worlds’13MIKE SAMUELS : Australia : Shooter : GOLD NZ Tour 2015 / Aus QLD State TeamRAY HURLEY : Australia : Shooter : State Team Western Australia* Primary criteria for SHIRT Membership was being resident in Aussie / Saffa [OR being born in Southern Hemisphere .... We made up / bent rules as we made up team :-). ]This is a great chance to see the best F-Class teams in action - mingle - oggle kit and fib/lie/expand the truth continuously. Thus a very serious match filled with angst and bragging rights! The English versus “The Convicts & Boers”!The Award & Abuse dinner and prize giving will take place at NLRC from 19:00 Drinks and 19:30 Meal (Carvery).Non shooters are welcome to join.More details soon!

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NLRC More details about the GB F-Class League events

F-Class (FC) - GB League

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http://www.gbfclass.co.uk/

UK F-class League: If you interested in F-Class this is the MUST read website for UK shooters.Clicking on graphic will open the page

http://www.gbfclass.co.uk/index.php/home/what-is-f-class-

AbstractReloading of brass 0.308 Winchester cartridges is common in high end target shooting. The work aimed to investigate the effects that successive firing and reloading, procedures have on Lapua manufactured 0.308 cartridge cases. During firing cartridges are exposed to extremely high temperatures and pressures and during reloading, a number of cold work processes are performed on the cartridges. The project was based on the reloading procedure used by Tim Stewart, a member of the GB F-Class rifle team, who proposed and supported the work. The sample sets were designed to study the effects of reloading techniques such as neck turning and cartridge neck annealing. The production of the sample sets required 396 cartridges and 1260 rounds to be fired. Optical microscopy was used to examine cartridge defects and material microstructure. Material hardness was measured using a Vickers Microhardness tester. Residual stress was measured using X-ray diffraction and a scanning electron microscope was used to perform energy dispersive X-ray spectrometry to investigate the chemical analysis of the samples. The neck turning procedure was found to cause cracks to form at the base of the neck. It was suggested that this could be avoided by not neck turning so far down the neck of the cartridge. The research quantified the hardening of the cartridges over 5 firings and 6 reloading preparation procedures. The firing process was found to have a more significant work hardening effect than that of the reloading procedure. The neck turning procedure did not seem to significantly increase the work hardening of the material at the neck of the cartridges. The cartridge neck annealing process was shown to produce variable results. Possible methods of combating the inconsistent annealing results were suggested.

Dissertation Summary : Annealling of Rifle BrassPDF Attachment

Technical Paper Summary : Annealling of Rifle BrassPDF Attachment

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NLRC : Some pictures relating to F-Class - targets and locations around the UK

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NLRC More Details about the F-Class Junior Events for 2015

FC : Junior Events

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Overview of NLRC JuniorsThe goal of of the Junior section is to safely introduce and develop junior shooters into the sport!All NLRC officials involved are NRA RCO’s and Criminal Records Checked. Parents are welcome to attend and observe.1. Start at 10:00 : Classroom briefings and refreshers2. Cooldrink and Meals at 12:30 3. Shooting : 1 on 1 Instructors from 13:30 to 16 :00 Winter / 17:00 Summer4. Finish with Tea and cake

Training & Mentors & CoachesWelcome to the NLRC Training Department, where we can offer a a comprehensive selection of courses delivered by a very experienced team around the subject of full-bore target shooting.Our courses range from the skills for each of our three primary disciplines, through to team shooting and wind reading. Courses can be arranged on an individual or group basis. Please click on the 'Courses' link/button for a more detailed view of the courses on offer. The training combines the theoretical side in the classroom as well as the practical side out on the ranges at Bisley.Please feel free to contact our Training Officer for more details and to discuss your needs. CoursesThe NLRC will provide tuition on a group and one-on-one basis to any member that desires development. Under the mentorship and guidance of the experienced cadre you can rapidly develop and improve.SCHOOLS THAT USE OUR FACILITIESSeveral schools use NLRC as base at Bisley (facilities, rooms, food etc). Bradfield College CCFFramlingham College CCFWellington College CCFGresham’s School CCF

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NLRC Details about the Training, Coaching and Mentor programmes within the Club

Training : Shooters

Training Officertraining@nlrc.org

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NLRC CoursesShooting Disciplines Skills: Take the steps to progress to the next level in your chosen disciplines, whether that be Target Rifle, Match Rifle or F-Class. Our vastly experienced coaches will identify and attempt to eliminate any previously learned bad habits/techniques and pass on the techniques that have taken shooters to success at the elite level of the sport. These courses are held over 2 days and conducted both in the classroom at the clubhouse and out on the ranges.Wind Reading: Learn from some of the best wind readers/coaches in the world, who will pass on their experiences on what is considered to a merging of a weird science and a dark art! The first day of the wind reading course consists of an afternoon classroom session, followed by a range walk. The second day is spent out on the ranges, working in pairs, supported by the coaches to observe the conditions that affect the flight of the bullet.Hand Loading Ammunition: We have numerous members that are expert in reloading precision target ammunition for TR, MR and F-Class. They can assist you with equipment, rifle and kit set up, measurements, advanced techniques, equipment and guidance are available.Shooting Position Clinic: Struggling to be consistent, firing too many unexplained bad shots? Let us assess your shooting position and make improvements to restore your confidence and scores.Team Shooting: Being part of a team and working with your team mates makes such a difference to the success of the team. The result is very much greater than the sum of the individual elements. Come and find out from our coaches that team shooting is so much more than the mathematical exercise of adding up the scores at the end of the competition. This is a one day course and combines classroom and range exercises.Introduction to Individual Competitive shooting: Have you considered entering one of the major competitions such as the NLRC Club Championship, the NRA Easter meeting or even the Imperial Meeting, but are afraid to do so? Have no fear, the NLRC training Dept. offers a short classroom based course that introduces all of the processes and procedures that make up these competitions.Touring Teams Overseas: Are you about to embark on your first overseas team tour, but not sure what to expect? Our highly experienced team will guide you through all of the aspects from packing the right kit, getting your rifles through the airports successfully, to competing on a new range in another country. This course consists of a half day in the classroom.

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NLRC Details about the Courses offered

Training : Courses

Training Officertraining@nlrc.org

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F-Class V-Bull is 34% of radius & 12% of surface area of TR/MR Target

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NLRC Illustrative Page about the RELATIVE Target Sizes of the TR/MR and FClass

Relative Target Size

To Show the Relative Target Size

We are reflecting both the TR/MR (Blue) and F-Class 1000 Yards (dashed Red)

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Dimension of Targets as per the Bisley Bible 2015

F-Class V-Bull is 5” and surface area of 78.53 sq / inches

TR/MR V-Bull is 14.4” & surface area of 651.44 sq / inches

DRYING ROOMNLRC has invested in a special drying-out building that assists members in drying out their clothing. This is invaluable if we have “challenging” weather.

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NLRC Summary about the Clubs Facilities and its operations

Facilities Summary

ARMOURY / LOCKERSA fully secured and alarmed armoury is available to full members at an additional annual fee. Access is controlled with Security FOBs and Individual Security Codes.Alarmed and access limited between 07:00 and 19:00. The individual secured lockers allows members to store equipment, rifles and ammunition in a controlled environment. An ideal place to clean rifles and prepare for the next events.

ACCOMMODATIONThe NLRC has 11 rooms with 15 beds available (with communal showers) for members / guests. The facilities provides convenience for local / out of town members alike to ensure optimal use of time for social, travel and shooting arrangements.ACCOMMODATION FEES 2015Costs per night are Members: £ 30.00 Members Guest: £ 32.00 Visitors: £ 34.00 IMPERIAL MEETING ACCOMMODATIONCertain “debenture holders” have preferential access to accommodation / rooms during the year with limited availability during key events and/or the Imperial meeting. (Additional information Club Steward / Club Secretary).

DINING / KITCHENBREAKFASTFull English and the infinite variation due to taste served on SAT and SUN mornings from 07:00 to 09:00 during the shooting season. Additional servings during the week at the Imperial Meeting and also after special events hosted at NLRC by arrangement. LUNCH from £3.80 for NLRC’s signature sandwichNLRC serves an excellent range of wholesome sandwiches over lunch (BLT / Chicken / Ham & Cheese / Dill). Plates of yummy hot chips can be ordered and occasionally curry for the souls that need more excuses on the range (”the curry blurred my vision”).BAR & LOUNGETop notch members bar with lounge, with a cellar that hosts an excellent assortment of wines, spirits, and beers, allows members and guests to relax and chat in comfort.FINE DINING & SPECIAL EVENTSSubject to booking minimums, NLRC can provide evening meals by special order or a general set menu.The dining room and kitchen caters for top class multi-course meals and is ideal for special events. See sample Menus under Fine Dining

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NLRC Summary about the BAR and its operations (careful the “Veranda” is an infamous ambush place for long stories!)

Facilities - Bar & Lounge

BAR and LOUNGEFor 2015 the BAR opening time on FRIDAY and SATURDAY evenings will be confirmed soon.During the Imperial Meeting the opening times extends considerably and the NLRC serves real ales from a proper cellar!

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Careful the “North Veranda” is an infamous ambush place for long stories!

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NLRC the finest kitchen on camp (our constant “Paunch Wars” are the proof)

Facilities - Fine Dining

BEST KITCHEN on Bisley CampThe NLRC is renowned for having an excellent fine dining service. Numerous options exist from single to five course meals.Numerous teams use the outstanding NLRC facilities since it provides the ideal venue for meetings, discussions, meals and related social activities.See Sample menus as at 2015 * Pricing may change

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NLRC Summary about the NLRC Fine Dining and Special Events catering

Facilities - Special Events

FINE DINING / SPECIAL EVENTSBAR & LOUNGEA top notch members bar with an excellent assortment of wines, spirits and beers. During the high season NLRC serves real ales from a proper cellar! The elegant Lounge allows members and guests to relax and chat in comfort.MENUS & COSTS Various menu options can be catered forwith the costs quoted depending on Menu choice and number of attendees.See examples below.See Sample menus as at 2015 * Pricing may change

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NLRC Offers excellent fun filled corporate days - Recoli Therapy

Corporate Days

CORPORATE / SPECIAL EVENTSMaking Golf days redundant - one shot at a timeACTIVITIESThe NLRC makes it fine facilities available for Corporate Days revolving around shooting events. Depending on the organisers of the events the proceeds may be directed to support key NRA touring teams, NLRC Touring teams or the NLRC directly.COSTS will be quoted per eventThe costs of the event will be determined by the 1. Number of participants.2. The shooting classes selected and round count.3. Levels of meals and refreshment.

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NLRC Overview for Members about the available facilities and the operations thereof

HOW THE CLUB OPERATESThis section is intended to brief NLRC members on the general rules of club operation.1. FACILITIES2. CONSTITUTION & RULES3. TYPES & MEMBERSHIP FEES4. APPLICATION FORMS5. OUR TROPHIES6. CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE

NLRC CLUB FALLOW PERIODEach year NLRC reduces its service, typically from10 DEC to 15 FEBThis is due to reduced shooting activities and winter weather. This allows the Club Stewards to take their annual break. General maintenance is also done in this period. NOTE : By request and arrangements can be made for members to still access armoury, lockers and toilets.

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PUBLIC PHOTO GALLERY 2014Links to public galleries.

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NLRC Chairman’s Welcome Message

Chairman’s Message

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Welcome Message from the NLRC Chairman On behalf of the North London Rifle Club a warm welcome to our new website which we hope you will find informative. This, being the first, is an historic event of a club with a 134 year history having been founded in 1880. Our members have much in common including a passion for their sport of target rifle shooting and a willingness to share that enthusiasm with others. Our vision is to provide a centre of excellence for our sport to enable the membership to grow and to maintain our shared values including the joy and challenge of target shooting. Our clubhouse moved to Bisley in 1904 is well known to rifle shooters, amongst both the national and international shooting communities, and is our team's venue for extending the hand of friendship and hospitality. On a summer's day, the veranda of the North London clubhouse is a unique venue for post shoot evaluation, meeting up with friends or family. Given the experience of so many members a place to learn how to improve one's personal shooting ability in an informal social atmosphere. If you would like to taste the true experience at the "North" please join me on the veranda soon.Nigel Burnip - March 2014 - NLRC Chairman

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NLRC Base LayerThese Base Layers come with long sleeves and a turtleneck for those cold training sessions.Keeps you warm and dry in cold conditions. Regulates temperature of your body.

NLRC Cotton Polo ShirtClassic Pique Polo Classically styled 3 button placket polo with plain horn buttons. Henbury Stand Up Collar with sewn on collar stand for a perfect fit. Plain hemmed sleeves and side vents at the hem. Weight: 225 gsm ; Fabric: 100% Cotton. NLRC embroidered on the left chest in white. Personalisation of names can be added by adding your name to the comments section when you check out. This will be £2.50 extra.

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NLRC Full Zip FleeceFabric:100% polyester*, pill resistant fleece and stitching detail on hem and shoulder seams. Self-coloured zips to front and pockets Hem with adjustable draw cord and stopper. The NLRC embroidery is on the left chest in white. Personalisation of names can be added by adding your name to the comments section when you check out. This will be £2.50 extra.

GIFT & APPAREL Store

NLRC Specialist SupplierPlease be aware that this webshop is version1 and is piggy backing on an existing webshop site. A new Webshop system with many improvements will be available early next year. However, the current site will enable you to shop for Christmas and be suitably dressed for club team events in 2014. The Webshop enables you to order sportswear items on the web with club logo embroidered plus the option of your name, takes payment and delivers goods to your chosen address.Click on Graphic alongside

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FIREARMS (All types)Members / Guests are not allowed to bring firearms into the main clubhouse.All firearms must be taken into the armoury / gun room via the secured and alarmed side entrance.

DRESS CODEDuring the day there is no specific dress code, with the generally accepted Bisley range wear the norm, except that caps/hats should not be worn within the clubhouse.During the evening (typically by after 19:00) gentlemen would be expected to wear "smart casual" attire.In particular jeans should not be worn. Ladies would be expected to dress in a complementary manner.Certain events may require a special dress-code that will be announced any may require club or regional or national dress code and honours to worn (e.g. Dinner with Overseas Clubs in July).

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NLRC Rules, Dress Code and Conduct Tips

Members - Rules & Practices

CLUB CONSTITUTIONIs available on request

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GUEST REGISTERMembers are reminded to enter guests into the Guests register

Benefits of Membership1. Home Office Approved Club status2. Accommodation and Facilities3. On Bisley camp Armoury and safe storage4. Course and Training with top shooters and wind coachesand of course the sandwiches and ales!

DOCUMENTS

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New Members are welcome Any club needs to constantly gain new members to sustain and improve itself. NLRC is no different and we welcome members from all walks of life. We need the variety of skills and characters. We are filled to the brim by excellent shooters, brilliant wind coaches, outstanding team managers and frankly the knowledge base and eagerness to transfer said knowledge is second to none! We also have a cast of “Characters” that add to the social atmosphere and life of the club!

A New Member Application processA overview of the new member application:* Process and checks* Key requirements and * Disclosures are required by prospective members

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NLRC Membership Types, criteria / conditions and Fees

Members - Types & Fees

Member Types and Conditions are:There a several types of membership and different criteria apply and it may confer different rights / levels to the use of club facilities.Shooting members: Are entitled to participate in all shooting activities of the club and may make use of the club's shooting facilities including the gun room and lockers. These members pay the full annual subscription rate except where the following concessions apply:1. Country: Members who live in Isle of Wight, Devon, Dyfed, Gwynedd, Clwyd, Cheshire, South Yorkshire, Humberside or further from Bisley pay 75% of the full subscription.2. Over 70: Members aged 70 or more pay 50% of the full subscription.3. Under 25: Members aged under 25 pay 50% of the full subscription.4. Scholars: Members aged under 21 or in full time education pay 25% of the full subscription.5. Overseas: Members living abroad (including Northern Ireland, IOM and Channel Islands) pay 25% of the full subscription.6. Junior Life: For a one off payment (currently £250) this provides membership up to and including the year in which the member attains the age of 25.7. Life: At the discretion of the committee, and for a payment as determined by the committee, this provides membership for the lifetime of the member and no annual membership subscription is payable.8. Associate members: May not take part in any club sporting activities nor use club sporting facilities but may make full use of all the other clubhouse facilities. This is our social membership category and such members pay 25% of the full subscription.

Hillhouse Challenge Cup Presented in 1883 by the late Colonel R.M.McKerrell and won outright in 1934 by Captain J.A.Barlow (G.M.) who returned it to the Club to perpetuate the Hillhouse Long Range Competition. The Cup and a memento to be awarded to the competitor with the highest aggregate of scores made in Competitions "C" and "D" at the NLRC Autumn Prize Meeting. (HOLDER : )The President's Challenge Cup Presented by Lt.Col. Sir Philip Wigham Richardson ( Club President between 1914-46), in 1935. To be awarded to the competitor with the highest aggregate score in Competitions "A", "B", "C" and "D" at the NLRC Autumn Prize Meeting. (HOLDER : )Colonel Charles Nason Memorial Trophy Presented by Mr. W.Nason to the memory of his father, Colonel Charles Nason. Will be awarded to the member with the highest aggregate 1. in the "Albert" competition at the Bisley Meeting and 2. the Grand Aggregate of the NLRC Autumn Prize Meeting. (HOLDER : )The Pat McCaw Memorial Trophy Presented in 1983, by Major N.W. McCaw, O.B.E., T.D.,(G.M.),(G.C.) and Miss Norma McCaw in memory of his wife, Pat. It will be awarded to the lady with the highest score in the NLRC Championship. (HOLDER : )The Goodall Trophy Presented by Gavin & Adela Goodall in 1998 in memory of their father, David Goodall.The Cup will be awarded to the competitor with the highest aggregate of scores made in1. The Duke of Cambridge in the Bisley Meeting and 2. The Corporation in the Bisley Meeting and 3. The Hillhouse Aggregate at the NLRC Autumn Prize Meeting. (HOLDER : )

The Andrews Memorial Bowl This Challenge Trophy, presented anonymously in 1946 in memory of Major A.J. Andrews (killed in Libya in 1941). Will be held by the member of the NLRC taking the highest place in the Queen's Prize. (HOLDER : )The Swanston Memorial Trophy The Kangaroo Trophy, given to the Club by the Great Britain Team to Australia in 1937/38. Presented to the Club in 1962 in memory of Captain D.S.Swanston, O.B.E., R.N. who was Captain of the team.Will be held by the member of the Club taking the highest place in the Grand Aggregate at the N.R.A. Meeting.(HOLDER : )The Arthur Fulton Memorial Trophy Presented by Major R.A. Fulton in memory of Mr. G.E. and Major A.G. Fulton. Will be held by the highest placed member, under 25 years of age, in the Queen's Prize. (HOLDER : )The Renwick Memorial Trophy Presented by Mrs. E.B. Renwick in 1983 in memory of her husband. Will be held by the member of the Club taking the highest place in the St. Georges in the Bisley Meeting. (HOLDER : )The Hoddle Memorial Trophy Presented by Mrs. L. Hoddle in memory of her husband, Lawrence. To be awarded to the competitor with the highest aggregate of scores made in 1. The Grand Aggregate at the Bisley Meeting and 2. the Presidents Challenge Cup at the Autumn Prize Meeting.(HOLDER : )The Harper Tyro Awarded to the member of the Club making the highest score in the Grand Aggregate at the Bisley Meeting as a Tyro. (HOLDER : )

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NLRC Trophies - some more details

TR - Trophies

Shanghai Challenge Cup Purchased from money presented in 1930 by Mr. W.O. Lancaster and Mr. C.W. Glover both of the Shanghai Rifle Association. The Cup and a memento will be awarded to the competitor with the highest score in Competition "A" at the NLRC Autumn Prize Meeting. (HOLDER : )Siberia Challenge Cup Presented in 1935 by Sir Lionel Fletcher C.B.E.The Cup and a memento will be awarded to the competitor with the highest score in Competition "B" at the NLRC Autumn Prize Meeting. (HOLDER : )Henderson Cup The Challenge Trophy presented in memory of Mr. D.H.P. Henderson by his family. To be awarded to the highest scoring member, aged 65 years or over, in Competition "B" at the NLRC Autumn Prize Meeting. (HOLDER : )Reynolds Challenge Cup Presented in 1981 in memory of Maj. E.G. Reynolds by Mrs. Reynolds. The Cup and a memento will be awarded to the competitor with the highest aggregate of scoresmade in Competitions "A" and "B" at the NLRC Autumn Prize Meeting.(HOLDER : )MacLennan Challenge Cup Presented in 1953 by Mrs. MacLennan. The Cup and a memento will be awarded to the competitor with the highest score in Competition "C" at the NLRC Autumn Prize Meeting. (HOLDER : )The W.F. King Challenge Cup Bequeathed in 1957 by Captain W.F. King, (a member from 1884 to 1957 i.e. 61 years). The Cup and a memento will be awarded to the competitor with the highest score in Competition "D" at the NLRC Autumn Prize Meeting. (HOLDER : )

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The Cunningham Cup (year)To be awarded to the member with the highest aggregate of scores made during the Match Rifle weekend at the Bisley Meeting.(HOLDER : )(Originally awarded to the member with the highest aggregate of scores made at 1200 yards during the Match Rifle weekend.)Previously The Match Rifle Cup trophy was award but now superceded by this award.

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NLRC Trophies - some more details

MR - Trophies

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NLRC Trophies - some more details

FC - Trophies

F-ClassThough still in its infancy, we plan to add F-Class (board & trophies) to the mix to that reflect the amazing history, tradition, ambiance and character of this truly unique club.In F-Class we already have NLRC has:Tony Marsh : Open : Winner Imperial (2013)David Lloyd : Open : Winner Imperial (2012)

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NLRC The latest notable news about the Club and Members

News

The Armoury (Gun Room) is becoming very crowded due to increasing numbers of items not stowed in the lockers. You are reminded that the only items which should be stowed above the lockers are rifle cases. Effective 1st March 2015 a clearance of all other items will be undertaken. These items will be placed in another location and if not claimed by 12th July 2015 will be disposed of by the management committee. If you wish to be certain that your rifle cases are retained it would be a good idea to have your name shown clearly on them.

I, Nigel Burnip Club Chairman, am delighted to confirm two new appointments. Mr Chris Leighton is now Captain Target Rifle and Mr. Ashley Abrahams is Captain Match Rifle. Tim Stewart remains in post as Captain of F-Class which will have a new club F-Class shooting programme next year. We wish to thank Dr. Sarah Cheslyn-Curtis and Mr Simon Whitby for their Sterling service to NLRC over the last 3 years.

F-Class League Winner

Ian Chenary FTRA relative new member of NLRC, IAN CHENERY has won the 1st GB F-Class League event held at the Diggle Ranges on the weekend of 22nd and 23rd of March 2015.The match was held at 600 yards and Ian did very well against a strong field. For once the weather was decent in terms of rain but challenging winds, mist and mirage were the order of the day.Ian is a also a member of the GB F-Class FTR Team. Ian is the Grounds Estates manager at Woodbury Park and Hotel.He shoots a rifle built by Mik Maksimovic from Dolphin Gun Company.Well done Ian!

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The EMERALD Cup is being held along side CREEDMOOR Cupon the Tullamore Range in Ireland during late June 2015. SHIRT is the Southern Hemisphere International Shooting Team - an invitational team to take on USA and Ireland. It will tour UK and Ireland from 14 June to 7 July 2015. To give SHIRT proper practice and get some international match competition the GB F-Class Teams both FTR and OPEN have kindly put up teams in a F-Class match hosted by NLRC. The team is Captained by LINDA GALLAGHER the Australian Captain of the AUSSIES F-Open team that won Gold in Worlds’13. The NLRC F-Class Captain Tim Stewart will be the wind coach / logistics manager for SHIRT.

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NLRC The ARCHIVE of news about the Club and Members

News Archive 2015

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Jane Messer Announced as Captain Palma 2015 NLRC member Jane Messer has been announced as the captain of the 2015 Great Britain Palma Rifle Team which will travel to Camp Perry to compete in the WLRC and Palma Match. To date Jane has shot and coached in all of the Big 5 matches, as well as winning the Bisley Grand Agg and competing in the 2002 Commonwealth Games. Her vice-Captain is Nigel Ball and her Adjutant Toby Raincock, both of whom also come with a wealth of individual and team shooting experience. This talented Wind coach has even crossed over to F-Class and won 2 Golds (Europeans) and Bronze (World Champs 2013).

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NLRC The ARCHIVE of news about the Club and Members

News Archive 2014

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2014 Match Rifle Seminar Weekend : Nick TremlettA very successful event was held with over 50 attendees over 2 day and 42 having a lovely dinner. The demand for this event is growing.

2014 Wellington College CCF Training WeekWellington College CCF have been at Bisley and using NLRC during the last part of March 2014. The Club Stewards been busy serving 30 odd hollow legged teenagers three times per day. As usual Nigel Ball (aka Hamster Herder) has been directing this energetic and friendly group. On Sunday afternoon (3rd of March) all cadets and coaches dabbled with the dark side when NLRC F-Class section captain arrived with a F-Class rig for the group to try out at 600 yards! The grins said it all and no scope kisses

2014 : David Lloyd : GB F-Class Captain for 2014 to 2017NLRC Member David Lloyd has been selected by his peers as GB F-Open Captain. The goal, going forward, is the World Championships in Canada in 2017. To this end, David will be driving all prospective squad members to commit attending F-Class League matches. David is a very experienced and avid rifleman having won the F-Class section of the Imperial and has numerous stage wins in the Europeans and F-Class League Match. David also dabbles in Match rifle so corner and pepper him with questions.

Winter 2013/2014 Club Facilities Upgrade & Spring CleanAs you know we have undertaken a mini club facilities revamp over the winter of 2013 / 2014. As part of the winter maintenance programme the men’s toilet area and the ladies showers have been the completely refurbished. We have also had a spring clean in the accommodation areas and all the carpets have been professionally steam cleaned. The beer cellar room has been insulated to improve the chiller effectiveness plus additional ageing kitchen and dining room equipment has been replaced. We wish to maintain our facilities at a high level for the membership and will continue the current financial policy to maintain profitability to fund improvements from our general revenue. The Committee has in mind further improvements to the fabric and fittings of the building when finances permit.

2014 : Raton Rattle Tour - New Mexico USAThe RATON tour has been completed and proved to be the epic club event. Read the “Raton Rattler” Day by Day account of the adventures, shooting and brushes with the law in the wilds of Arizona. They even managed to attend 'The Spirit of America meeting' which is held at the Whittington Center, New Mexico. https://www.facebook.com/NLRCRatonRattle

2014 : Richard Jeens : Wins the 2014 Queens on V countNLRC Member Mr. Richard Jeens won the H.M. Queen's Prize, Stage III with 149 .24v 74.10v 74.10v 297.44v in a tight match. The top 3 had equal points and victory was settled by his excellent V count. Both Bob Oxford (7th) and Jane Messer (10th) were only 3 points behind with V’s again used to differentiate.

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NLRC Some historical bits and pieces

KEY TERMS

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The Big 5 Target Rifle MatchesPalma Match is shot over 2 days, each team consisting of 16 firers and 4 coaches with a main coach. The course of fire is 2 sighters and 15 shots to count at 800, 900 and 1000 yards on each of the 2 days. 2011 saw the adoption of new a new scoring system with each bulls-eye scoring 5 points, not 10 as in previous years. The highest possible score is 7200 with 1440 v-bulls per team (450 with 90 v-bulls per person). A new record score of 7027 with 651 v-bulls was achieved by Great Britain in 2011. The highest individual score is 446 with 53 v-bulls (adjusted to the new scoring system) set by Gillian Webb-Enslin of Australia in 2007. http://www.gbrt.org.uk/team-matches/palma-matchThe Australia Match is shot for by a team of 10 firers. Each shooter fires 2 sighters and 10 shots to count at 300, 600, 900 and 1000 yards. The Match can be held in any country when the NRA of Australia decrees.http://www.gbrt.org.uk/team-matches/australia-matchThe National match is shot for by a team from England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales each with 20 firers on 5 targets. Each shooter fires 1 sighter and 7 shots to count at 300, 500 and 600 yards. As mentioned above, the match is now held at Bisley but a winning team captain is entitled to hold the match in their own country as Ireland did in 2003.http://www.gbrt.org.uk/team-matches/national-matchThe Mackinnon MatchIn 1902 the match conditions were changed to teams of 12, shooting 10 shots each at 900 and 1000 yards. These are the same conditions used today. The highest possible score is 1200 with 240 v-bulls. The record score is 1176 with 139 v-bulls, achieved by John Warburton's England team in 2012. The highest individual score is 100 with 17 v-bulls, shot by Ed Jeens (Wales) in 2010 and Peter Jory (Guernsey) in 2001.http://www.gbrt.org.uk/team-matches/mackinnon-matchThe Kolpaore Match Up to 1908 the match conditions were 7 shots at 200, 500 and 600 yards. From 1908 to 1914, it changed to 7 shots at 300, 500 and 600 yards. In 1919 the number of shots increased to 1 sighter and 10 shots at 300, 500 and 600 yards and this has remained in place to this day. The match is shot at Bisley during the annual Imperial meeting. The Mother Country was renamed Great Britain in 1982. http://www.gbrt.org.uk/team-matches/kolapore-match

Minute of Angle : 1 moa = 1/60 of a degree : 1 moa is 1.047 inches at 100 yards. A minute of arc, arcminute, or minute arc (MOA), is a unit of angular measurement equal to one sixtieth (1⁄60) of one degree. In turn, a second of arc or arcsecond is one sixtieth (1⁄60) of one arcminute. Because one degree is defined as one three hundred and sixtieth (1⁄360) of a rotation, one minute of arc is 1⁄21,600 of a rotation, which also equals π⁄10,800 radians. It is used in those fields that require a unit for the expression of small angles, such as astronomy, optometry, ophthalmology, optics, navigation and marksmanship.

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NLRC Pictorial Living History - All members are welcome to submit photos of events building the Heritage

Public Gallery

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NLRC to RATON, New Mexico (USA)1st-14th September 2014

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NLRC Update on the Raton, New Mexico, USA 2014 Tour

News - RATON 2014

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Following on from the success of the Tour to Jersey in 2011, we decided to go further afield and are taking a North London team to 'The Spirit of America meeting' which is held at the Whittington Center, New Mexico. This is an annual meeting hosted by the Bald Eagles Rifle Club and of course their clubhouse is called the Eagles Nest! The Whittington Center is 5 miles from Raton in the northeastern corner of New Mexico and is one of the largest shooting ranges in the USA with 33,000 acres. Further information can be found on their website http://www.nrawc.org or their promotional video (Whittinnton Center Video Link). At about 6,500 feet altitude sickness can be a problem so the team will be arriving a few days before the meeting for a bit of recreation and acclimatisation. The programme is 7 days alternating between individual and team matchesincorporating all TR and F class distances between 300 and 1000 yards (details on the BERC website). Our coaches will have their work cut-out coping with the vagaries of the wind - frequent changes in direction and strength as the temperature rises during the day.

THE TEAM consists of a Captain, Adjutant. Munitions OfficerREST OF TEAM consists of 7 other NLRC members

Picture from Tim Stewart taken in August 2013 at the F-Class World Champs held in Raton

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NLRC Raton Rattle Intro and Day 1

Raton Rattle 2014 : Day 1

Background: Following on from the success of the Tour to Jersey in 2011, we decided to go further afield and are taking a North London team to 'The Spirit of America meeting' which is held at the Whittington Center, New Mexico. This is an annual meeting hosted by the Bald Eagles Rifle Club and of course their clubhouse is called the Eagles Nest! The Whittington Center is 5 miles from Raton in the north eastern corner of New Mexico and is one of the largest shooting ranges in the USA with 33,000 acres. Further information can be found on their website http://www.nrawc.org/ or their promotional video (Whittington Center). At about 6,500 feet altitude sickness can be a problem so the team will be arriving a few days before the meeting for a bit of recreation and acclimatisation. The programme is 7 days alternating between individual and team matches incorporating all TR and F class distances between 300 and 1000 yards (details on the BERC website). Our coaches will have their work cut-out coping with the vagaries of the wind - frequent changes in direction and strength as the temperature rises during the day.

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Day 1 : UK DepartureWelcome to the opening travelogue of the Raton Rattler A daily blog from your very own "Worn"Correspondent in the NLRC team. Day 1 Travel to USA The only way to overcome the tediousness of air travel is to be with a group of good humour and infinite calm patience. All of which has been thoroughly tried and the team passed the test brilliantly. We lost the Captain before we left Bisley Camp but combined local knowledge collected from under a tree on the main road. The Heathrow BA ground staff and G4S security enjoyed our presence so much that they kept us for 3 hours entertainment before we got to the duty free areas. Our logistics manager's paperwork was perfect and we let them have their internal, which forms do we fill in for firearms debate. The flight to Denver, Colorado was a 9 hours, say no more, and arrived to a perfect sunset behind the mountains. The airport muzak was unusual as a red indian chant wafted over the loudspeakers into the vast space. No smoke signals or arrows so we continue the long march over the man made carpeted Rocky Mountain trail and into immigration. After a mutual admiration of uniforms ( see pictures of our tour shirt badge logos) we collected bags and Alamo wagons which we circled in the Best Western car park for the night. The Raton Rattler

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THE TEAM consisted of a Captain, Adjutant. Munitions OfficerREST OF TEAM consists of 7 other NLRC members

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NLRC Raton Rattle Day 2

Raton Rattle 2014 : Day 2

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DAY 2 Travel to Raton 2nd September 2014A flurry of jet lagged activity as various team members struggle with the buffet breakfast bar. Richard B and Nigel C-H leave immediately for Raton to set up our reload facility. The other seven team members move into bank & shopping mode which culminates in a visit to Cabela's the warehouse sized emporium which caters for the hunting, shooting and fishing clients on a truly large scale. This is like a mega toy store for adults with a shooting sports interest. Team captain Sarah C -C and Kim P were keen to acquire the buck displayed in the foyer ( see photo) but eventually settled for the essentials of range seats and mats. After twice the time allocated for shooting retail therapy the magnificent seven remounted wagons and drove to the Pikes Peak Micro brewery for lunch. A rapid multiple beer tasting session developed and the winner was Little London by a short draught over Ascent, whereupon the next stage drivers Lindsay P and Sarah C-C were placed on lemonade to enjoy with the Pork Sliders lunch menu See photo). We were now ready to roll the wagons up the 19 mile trail accompanied by the John Denver lyrics "Rocky Mountains High" to the summit of Pikes Peak at 14110 feet above sea level ( see photo) or about the the same height as the USAAF F15 pilot training flights.The altitude was making several of the team feel dizzy and short of breath and that was not just the prices in the summit store. Our descent was halted after 9 miles by the National Parks Warden who after a minor stop means stop altercation, measured our wagon brake temperatures at 370 degrees Fahrenheit and enforced a twenty minute cooling down period ( see photo). Time to hit the i25 and the Santa Fe trail to Raton. No sign of Apache indians but we did notice the Kit Carson coral and the scenic pass through the trail and over 7,800ft up and down into Raton where we circled the wagons and settled down for some wholesome Best Western chuck.From your worn correspondent, The Raton Rattler

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NLRC Raton Rattle Day 3

Raton Rattle 2014 : Day 3

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DAY 3 NRA Whittington Center & Capulin volcanoOnce again the team split into two groups. The 6 tourists made the pilgrimage to the NRA Whittington Center and did a reconnaissance of the ranges. Note was taken of the lack of grass, no wind flags at 300yds and the range wardens throwing a pea shingle depth on the firing points that would make Brighton beach look like sand! ( see photos). After a brief retail therapy session in both shops within Raton decided the hotel tee shirt had the right slogan. " Raton - not the end of the world- but you can see it from here". This advance party went to visit the national monument called the Capulin volcano. The volcano now extinct non smoking and grassed over ( see photo) was considered to be less than exciting and the group returned early to swimming and bar work in preparation for the evening ahead.Meanwhile the 3 team members who cannot be named for security (N B, N CC, and RB ) set up the ammunition assembly plant in a secret location not far from the bar and pool in room 126 and commenced the reload of the 3500 rounds required before practise on Friday. A slick and speedy operation was soon achieved and the daily target for day 1 achieved by 5pm. ( see photo).Time for a combined team visit to the Ice House for well earned steaks or pork ribs plus a few Sam Adams beers before we shake off the last of the jetlag.From your worn correspondent, The Raton Rattler

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NLRC Raton Rattle Day 4

Raton Rattle 2014 : Day 4

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DAY 4 Visit the Wild West and Indian ReservationYes the adventurous seven continued with the tourist agenda whilst the three amigos completed the ammunition loading deep in the bunker at room 126 and then sampled life on the wild side in Dennys diner across the main road. Oh we do like to live on the edge! see www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUTI8DSYUQAThe not so secret seven rolled the wagons south west down the Santa Fe trail and entered the old Mexican town of Taos. They visited the indian village and were most impressed by the home security feature of using ladders instead of doors and windows to enter or exit the residences. On reflection this may not catch on in other cultures but then domestic running water has a whole new meaning when it is the stream down the centre of town. ( see photos). We think it was the youngest of our group Kim P. who innocently stirred the potent juices of the medicine man which resulted in a late afternoon electrical storm on the eve of our first range day. ( see photos) This tourist trail has to come to an end and in preparation for the practise shoot tomorrow the team met for dinner at the St James Hotel in Cimmaron. This old hotel sited on the Main Street astride the Santa Fe trail is a genuine survivor of yesteryear complete with the original bar and the pressed steel ceilings which still carry bullet holes from Colt pistol .45 lead presumably due to negligent discharge after whisky drinking. In this cowboy atmosphere we enjoyed the finest prime rib steaks and Santa Fe ales. ( see photos)The return drive of some 32 miles was uneventful except for the severe swerving to avoid a heavily antlered deer enjoying some kerbside grazing.Your worn correspondent, The Raton Rattler

DAY 5 NRA Whittington Range - Practise dayYes we actually took the team to the high power range at the NRA Whittington Centre and joined with several other competitors in a practice day. Except for Lindsay P this was a first time experience and we were fortunate to receive a hugely friendly welcome from the USA shooters who helped us through the unfamiliar practice sessions. For many of us the competitor marking in the "pits" was a novelty Transportation between firing points "the line" and the pits was on the yellow school bus in which there was much friendly banter as some cleary revisited their school days (see photos) Our objectives were to obtain new zeros at the 6000ft altitude and test the ammunition so skilfully prepared by the three amigos. The race was on and in 5 hours we had 2 shooting details at each range 300, 500, 600, 900 and 1000 yds all with competitor marking changeovers ( See Photos) Slightly breathless and very thirsty, mission accomplished we retired to the peace of the Best Western for the Lindsay P &Sara C-C team post shoot evaluation. After taking care of all the big decisions we concentrated on where to go for Dinner. Group hunger dictated a short drive across the Santa Fe pass to Trinidad and into Reno's Italian restaurant where as well as an excellent feast we were entertained by the proprietor and staff singing in Italian. Our return to base was punctuated by the snores of exhausted passengers and in anticipation of the 6 am start we all nodded off.Your worn correspondent, The Raton Rattler

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NLRC Raton Rattle Day 5

Raton Rattle 2014 : Day 5

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DAY 6 Shoot Programme- First Individual CompetitionCourse of fire 2& 10 at 300, 500,600 & 900 yds plus competitor marking makes for a very busy first day. Breakfast at 0630hrs and travel to the range for 0715hrs in plenty of time to collect detail cards and attend the national flag raising ceremony accompanied by the USA national anthem. We were fortunate that the local mountain spirits ordained a day of cloud cover and for a few minutes light drizzle that kept us cool whilst we concentrated on other challenges. The only common experience was we were accustomed to shooting in pairs until we had string shooting at 900yds long range.The leader of the three amigos Nigel C-H and architect of our ammunition named RR for Raton Round was actually seen to smile as a result of the universal team praise for the consistency of ammo performance ( see photo).All very good fun and as overseas visitors we were all automatically classified as masters except for Lindsay P who with his previous convictions for shooting in the USA has achieved Founder Status in a class of his own. Nigel C-H, Sarah C-C, Adam L, Nigel B, and Richard B all appeared in the upper half of the final aggregate scores. ( see photos)We returned to the Eagles Nest building on the range for the Mexican enchilada buffet freshly prepared by the ladies at the Bald Eagles Rifle Club Our hosts made sure we were well fed including the assorted home made brownies which were not to be missed. A suitably end to a long day closing with a warm chilli feeling which for some lasted well into the night!Your worn correspondent, The Raton Rattler

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NLRC Raton Rattle Day 6

Raton Rattle 2014 : Day 6

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DAY 7 Shoot Programme - First Team MatchesCamaraderie Trophy match Aggregate. We set up two NLRC teams of 4 The Century and The Stickledown. In addition the Stickledown team had Nigel CH as coach. This was our first team match encounter. It was a rapid learning experience as with only 4 people one of whom is marking and another register ( scoreboard) keeping for competitor team the firing point seems in perpetual motion and at times thinly populated for a team event.Our results: 300 600 900 1000 TOTALUS RIFLE TEAM 1579.69 VETERANS- OCONNELL 1552.50BALD EAGLES KUHNS 1542.48US MARINE CORP SCARLET 1536.51NLRC CENTURY : Adam L 97.3 100.4 97.3 91.2 385.12 / Kim P 99.3 99.5 98.3 93.3 389.14 / Nigel B 100.3 98.4 95.3 99.3 392.13 / Chris S 89.1 91.0 95.2 95.2 370.44 / TOTAL 1536.44NLRC STICKLEDOWN : Richard B 98.4 100.4 99.6 93.4 390.18 / Robin B 97.2 100.4 98.3 92.3 387.12 / Sarah CC 100.3 98.4 71.1 90.1 359.9 / Lindsay P 99.4 99.5 96.4 95.1 389.14 / TOTAL 1525.53SCRATCH ONE 1482.33Sarah CC had the bad luck of a trigger malfunction which proved difficult to clear on the range with the immediate impact on scores. As usual the day started at 0600 hrs for breakfast, pack the wagons and drive to the range to collect detail ( relay) cards before the raising of the flag ceremony at 0800 hrs. This morning was no different except that the range was covered in thick low cloud into which the Union Jack was hoisted to God Save the Queen. WE sat in the wagons at 300 yards and Sarah CC got out to encourage a team gym session in preparation ( see photo). Fortunately, before this became to serious and anyone else joined in the organisers postponed the start to 1130 and we drove the wagons back to Raton where an impromptu Sunday brunch was taken in Dennys Diner. " If you want your eggs easy-over it is at your own risk" as it explains on the menu. In the commute into town back Nigel CH driving the saloon wagon had his collar felt by the State Police. He had just left the highway and reached the gas station when the rear window exploded into flashing blue. According to our eye witness Nigel CH was aware that the Santa Fe trail highway into Colorado is known to carry a trade in Cannabis. He was therefore not only concerned about the speed but a little nervous of being asked to assume the position, especially when he heard from behind the snap of elastic which later prove to be an elastic band on a clipboard. In his own charm school manner he had a friendly discussion with the patrol officer but was too late for brunch which he said at the time he didn't "quite feel up to it."The delayed start left us to complete the days programme in an after noon starting at 1200 hrs and we finished at 1800 hrs. After a rapid turnaround at the motel we were back at the Cabins on the range for a top up of Mexican enchiladas and beers with our generous hosts from the Bald Eagles RC. The conversations were loud and amusing anecdotes, post shoot evaluations and shared experiences recounted. The view of the range from the cabin verandah showed just how little space a high powered rifle range of 1000 yards takes in the 36000 acres of Whittington Centre complex (see photos).Your worn correspondent, The Raton Rattler

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NLRC Raton Rattle Day 7

Raton Rattle 2014 : Day 7

Last Updated : Monday 23 March 2015

DAY 8 Shoot Programme - Individual matchesCourse of fire 2 & 10 at 300, 500 & 600 yds plus 2&15 at 1000 ydsFickle winds and variable cloud cover made for an interesting day with some good results. Our best placed individuals were:Class - High Master300 500 600 1000 TOTALLindsay P 98.3 99.4 100.6 141.5 438.18 6thClass - MasterRichard B 100.5 100.6 98.4 146.4 444.19 2ndRobin B 98.4 99.2 97.3 143.3 437.12 6thAdam L 99.2 95.3 98.4 144.1 436.10 9thNigel B 99.5 89.1 100.4 143.3 431.13 12thThe low cloud at dawn hung over the Whittington Center and had the potential to keep us waiting for a start. However, our Kim P had been taking local guidance from the indian medicine man dancing in the foyer ( see photo) and the sun quickly dispersed the hazy view.The day was in fact a touch warm rising to 26C but now we were used to the need for alternate shooting and marking we managed to get into a routine. The long range 1000 yds was made more interesting by the rising wind and several found the challenge of a target that is only half the width of that used at Bisley a little disconcerting, Basically these targets finish at the 6 ring and a miss is a miss with 10 points gone in a single shot. It certainly concentrates the mind and since the competitors are string shooting at this range there is little time to spend studying the wind between shots or to observe the other targets. On the way back from the range we spotted what the team decided was the Raton Rattler lying in the road ( see photo). However, rumours of my demise are grossly exaggerated!Our evening was spent at a remote bar & restaurant called The Cold Beer ( see photo) and located 15 miles from any town. Once again we were the guests of our generous host club The Bald Eagles. The food was a treat with Ribs in BBQ sauce, fries and prairie beans all washed down with copious cold beers and red wine. We were sitting and eating in the open air with the moon hanging over a cloudy prairie which was silent until as the evening progressed we filled it with laughter and much fun. Another than you to the Bald Eagles organisation.From your worn correspondent, The Raton Rattler

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NLRC Raton Rattle Day 8

Raton Rattle 2014 : Day 8

Last Updated : Monday 23 March 2015

DAY 9 Shoot Programme - Team Shooting Tuesday 9th September.Course of Fire 2 & 10 at 300, 600, 900 & 1000yds. Once again we set up two NLRC teams of 4 The Scratch and The Stickledown. In addition the Stickledown team had Nigel CH as coach. this time we had the experience of previous days team shooting and all was much improved. The afternoon wind conditions proved taxing and overall scores lowered.Our results: 300 600 900 1000 TOTALUS RIFLE TEAM - MEAD 1514.64 US MARINE CORP- SCARLET 1504.51NLRC STICKLEDOWN : Richard B 100.4 86.3 88.2 84.0 358.9 / Robin B 99.2 93.3 92.0 92.2 376.7 / Lindsay P 98.3 99.3 95.2 90.2 382.10 / Nigel B 99.4 97.0 92.1 95.2 383.7 / TOTAL 1499.33 BALD EAGLES - KUHNS 1494.36VETERANS - OCONNELL 1491.33SCRATCH ONE - TR 1469.32NLRC SCRATCH : Adam L 199.6 94.2 82.1 76.0 352.9 / Kim P 99.4 100.8 93,3 90.0 382.15 / Sarah CC 98.6 78.0 70.0 77.0 323.6 / Robert Cn ( subs) 89.1 98.2 95.3 89.1 371.7 / TOTAL 1428.37As usual the day started at 0600 hrs for breakfast, pack the wagons and drive to the range to collect detail ( relay) cards before the raising of the flag ceremony at 0800 hrs. Our initial concern was another bank of low cloud hung mysteriously over the range. However, it was quickly dispersed by a combination of sun and wind which by the time shooting was scheduled to commence. The wind continued to strengthen with gusts from 18 to 26 mph. Kim P was seen to leap from her scorekeepers chair and sprint down the firing point chasing her rifle slip which was rolling away like tumbleweed in the prairie wind. This wind was accompanied by dust clouds which reduced target visibility as well as getting into eyes and rifles.The flags were straightened and flicking to the point of becoming almost meaningless indicators. Nigel CC remained as calm as ever and coached the Stickledown team to a credible 3rd place.We returned to the motel wind burnished and eyes gritted to regroup and relax. Several chose to make use of the indoor swimming pool and Richard B was observed by a team member to engage in an act of involuntary mooning as he and his shorts parted company when exiting the pool! Fortunately the other residents were still engaged in a siesta and spared the view. The evening started with a search for a restaurant in Raton that was open on a Tuesday which proved to be an arduous task in wagon convoy management until we found K BOBS Steakhouse which proved a big hit with those who liked steak and salad.Your worn correspondent, The Raton Rattler

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NLRC Raton Rattle Day 9

Raton Rattle 2014 : Day 9

Last Updated : Monday 23 March 2015

DAY 10 Shoot programme Wednesday 10th September - Individual MatchesCourse of fire 2 & 10 at 300,500 & 600 yds plus 2 & 15 at 900 yds.Today was the day of rifle malfunctions. Sarah CC had case extraction difficulties which resulted in such a robust physical approach that bipod broke off. On the opposite side Kim P had the bolt retention button stop working which resulted in her catching the bolt with her teeth. An impressive party trick which could catch on. Nigel B could not remove the bolt but was able to demonstrate removal of beer bottle tops with teeth. All minor problems were fixed later that evening.Summary of our best placed individuals:Class - High Master 300 500 600 900 TOTALLindsay P 99.5 98.2 99.2 144.8 440.17 4thClass - Master Kim P 96.4 98.2 100.5 148.6 442.17 2ndRichard B 99.7 99.4 99.4 144.5 441.20 4thAdam L 99.3 97.3 97.2 147.7 440.15Robin B 99.4 100.4 98.4 142.2 439.41Nigel CH 100.3 98.4 98.5 141.5 437.17Congratulations to our youngest team member Kim P. (see photos). A new section in this report is the naughty step awards.First up is Richard B who on the same road as yesterday when Nigel CH was apprehended managed to have his very own interview with the State Police in a patrol car for speeding clocked at 81 mph. However, there were mitigating circumstances. He had just been overtaken by a car with another team also returning to the ranges at lunchtime. The occupants of the other vehicle engaged in unseemly gestures as they sped past at 90 mph. Richard B had to wait his turn whilst the police dished out a significant fine to the other party and then decided to caution him this time. The Dodgy Dodge vehicle is building a long list of previous convictions. We have promised to visit him in the local judicial centre if he meets the re-offenders conditions. The second candidate was Kim P who received a student mess notice for making the wagon so untidy we could not find shooting kit when hurrying to the firing point. Sarah CC learned that a captain has to do everything and was chosen to drive the range honeywagon (see photo).After shooting was completed there was a bring and buy sale of shooting equipment bits and pieces. Some interesting promotion for BJ Sights.com with the snake oil numberplate on V8 van (see photos). The dinner was a few miles drive to Trinidad to sample the delights of the Wunderful House Chinese restaurant were a Wunderful meal was enjoyed by all.From your worn correspondent, The Raton Rattler

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NLRC Raton Rattle Day 10

Raton Rattle 2014 : Day 10

Last Updated : Monday 23 March 2015

DAY 11 Shoot programme - Team Shooting Thursday 11th September.Course of Fire 2 & 10 at 300,600,900 & 1000yds. A particularly poignant and emotional flag raising followed by back to half mast as we remember those who lost their loved ones in the World Trade Center, Pentagon and lost plane in attacks by Al Queda terrorists. This being the last team shoot of the meeting we already had the experience of working a 4 man team without wind coach and a marker. We decided to improve the odds and kept Nigel CC in wind coach and Chris S generously volunteered to mark the Stickledown team. The Century team acquired an honorary 4th man Bob Churchill who somehow also acted as the pits officer when not shooting. Once again that fish tail wind came back in the afternoon as soon as we got back to 1000 yds and all scores suffered a surfeit of 7's and 8's. Once again we were following the US Marine Corps and finished in 3rd place. Once again congratulations to our youngest team member who finished 2nd in highest individual score on the range.Our results: TEAM 300 600 900 1000 TOTALUSA Rifle Team- Mead 1561.76US Marine Corps- Scarlet 1561.68NLRC Stickledown : Kim P 100.4 99.5 97.4 98.2 394.15 / Robin B 100.8 100.5 96.1 93.0 389.14 / Adam L 97.2 98.5 96.2 95.1 386.10 / Richard B 100.6 98.5 95.2 84.0 377.13 / TOTAL 1546.52Bald Eagles - Kuhn 1529.51Veterans - O'Connell 1526.59NLRC Century: Lindsay P 99.3 99.3 98.3 84.1 380.10 / Sarah CC 97.4 97.3 100.2 91.2 385.11 / Nigel B 99.4 99.2 89.0 91.2 376.11 / * Bob Churchill 99.4 96.2 89.0 92.0 376.6 / TOTAL 1517.38Scratch One 1512.40The high of the day was the sun eventually burnt the clouds away and the disappointment was yet again in 3rd place to the USMC. As we had finished by 3pm three of us went to visit the now abandoned Van Housen coal mine which is on the 36000 acres of the Whittington Ranges. We also had time to take in the beauty of the countryside around us. ( see Photos)Our dodgy Dodge team were now travelling in slow motion to avoid any further State Police contact. The bring and buy or swap sale at the range was a hit with those who needed additional shooting items and probably some who did not but bought more anyway. Our team wheeler dealer Nigel CH was seen all over the car park behind the 4x4 trucks negotiating deals in the shade. The total proceeds were a welcome contribution to team funds. Nigel B's rifle had rolled out of slip when the zip broke and deposited the rifle in the coal tip scree and volcanic dust upon which the firing point is built. An observant club member of the Bald Eagles saw the event and arranged a donated replacement. These small acts of kindness to hitherto strangers were a feature of their hospitality and friendship in the true Spirit of America meeting. An early dinner back at the Ice House for steak & pork ribs concluded the long day and even night caps were kept short.Your worn correspondent, The Raton Rattler

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NLRC Raton Rattle Day 11

Raton Rattle 2014 : Day 11

Last Updated : Monday 23 March 2015

DAY 12 Shoot Programme Friday 12th September. Individuals.Course of fire 2 & 10 at 300, 500, 600 yds plus 2 & 15 at 1000 yds. We put on all the warm clothes we had plus the windcheaters but nothing could stop the fact that the outside temperature had dropped to below 7 degrees Centigrade, the grey skies hung low over the prairie and obliterated the sun. Our fingers and toes froze as in some disbelief we started to shoot with a gentle cold wind helping to further cool us down. This was not going to be the day of the suntan lotion but gradually we thawed out and started to enjoy the last of the Spirit of America events.Summary of our best placed individuals:300 500 600 1000 TOTALHigh Master Class Lindsay P 98.4 100.8 99.4 146.2 445.16 7thMaster ClassNigel CH 98.4 100.8 99.2 147.5 444.19 2ndAdam L 100.5 98.4 99.1 143.5 440.15 6thSarah CC 96.0 100.3 100.4 143.5 439.12 8thRichard B 100.9 99.5 98.3 140.5 437.22 10thand for the meeting aggregates:Short Range Aggregate: Richard B 1189.62 2nd Long Range Aggregate: Richard B 577.69 4thGrand Aggregate: Lindsay P 1766.69 3rdAs the soft rain and mist swept down from the surrounding hills we drank the last of the free beers, helped take down the wind flags, targets etc. Nigel CH was negotiating the sales of the last of our used brass. We applauded the winners of each class as they were hoisted into the appropriate chair and carried up from the flagstaffs to the Bald Eagles Nest club house. The winner of the TR class was Trudie Fay from Team USA.

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NLRC Raton Rattle Day 12

Raton Rattle 2014 : Day 12

Last Updated : Monday 23 March 2015

DAY 12 : Prize GivingThe meeting awards completed Nigel B as NLRC Chairman gave a vote of thanks to the USA shooters and the Bald Eagles. He presented each of the Match Officials with a North London Rifle Club enamelled gold medal and the President of the Bald Eagles with a framed set of the team wear badges and inscribed with the message:" Presented by the team from the North London Rifle Club, Bisley , United Kingdom with thanks to our hosts the Bald Eagles Rifle Club in appreciation of their kind hospitality and support during the Spirit of America meeting at NRA Whittington Center, Raton , September 2014. "Sarah CC as team Captain presented the winning team USA - Mead, each with a North London Rifle Club enamelled gold medalAt this stage in the proceedings we had won one medal and a cut glass vase. A modest haul for a week of shooting activity.However, now was the time for the table draw where the event sponsors had donated a full selection of shooting items including a Savage F Class Open rifle complete with Nightforce competition scope. Each person present had their name card pulled out of the box and could approach the table to select their prize. Roll of drums, and first name out of the box is our Chris S who after several stunned moments is directed to pick up the rifle. ( see photo)This was followed by other NLRC team members and in addition to the rifle we collected two 60% off vouchers for Spotting Scopes, a Borescope, a Rightsight and $200 in cash. Shortly afterwards we were back in the motel bar and making up for a hitherto dry evening with so much more to celebrate. From your very worn correspondent, The Raton Rattler

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Raton Rattle 2014 : Day 12

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Some photos from the NLRC Champs held at Bisley 30 and 31 August 2014. Lovely weather over the 2 days! Stickledown was her devious best at 1000 yards and many members both in TR and F-Class got up from the firing point with a true 1000 yards stare and much moaning

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The WAPPENSHAW 2013 is our annual fun shoot (that precedes the scrumptious XMAS Lunch) and allows members to dabble and use alternative rifles in a non-competive fun environment. It is an ideal soft introduction for several potential members.This year we had 12 guests - one from the Shetland Isles!

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NLRC The awesome XMAS Lunch 2013 - following the Wappenshaw

XMAS Lunch 2013

XMAS Lunch 2013,following the WAPPENSHAW, and as usual the NLRC kitchen produced food of the highest yummy standard. We even had grand entrance from a I-POD bearing Father Xmas spreading cheer and gifts for younger generation. Great friends, fine food and pudding, loud crackers & balloons ..... what more could be asked more?!

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Built on the belief, stipulation and long standing traditions of the NRA that the rifles used in competition should be of a type that, if necessary, could be readily used for homeland defence.

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NLRC is the product of its past - as we build the future today!

Heritage - Main

HONOURS BoardAcknowledge contribution for each discipline

NLRC Blue BookAcknowledging the contributions of our founding members and their amazing achievements and history up to 1988.This includes some fascinating series of essay and includes content about eminent and some current members.Hard copies available from Club Steward.

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NLRC TR teams has a phenomenal heritage and achievement record- second to known!

To acknowledge the achievements of current members in the world of TRMost GB teams will be populated by a number of NLRC members.

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The Elcho Shield is an annual MATCH rifle competition between national teams of eight from England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales. The trophy holder is able to choose the venue of the competition, however, since the NRA's move to Surrey from Wimbledon in the 19th century, the competition has been held at Bisley Ranges, Surrey, England. Each shooter fires fifteen shots at 1,000 yd (910 m), 1,100 yd (1,000 m), and 1,200 yd (1,100 m) with, unusually for a shooting discipline, no "sighting" or practice shots. The shooters may be coached which allows other team members to judge and make necessary adjustments to the shooter's sights. The rules allow each team two hours at each range to fire all their shots. The match is most regularly held following the national championships in July each year.The first match, on Wednesday July 9th 1862, was held over 800 yd (730 m), 900 yd (820 m) and 1,000 yd (910 m) solely between Scotland and England. In the event England won by 166 marks. Scotland won the trophy for the first time in 1864 and Ireland joined the fray in 1865.The trophy is large and distinctive, known as the Elcho Shield, and is made from a sheet of iron decorated with repousse scenes to a design by the artist G. F. Watts.[1] It was presented to the National Rifle Association of the United Kingdom by its founder and president, Lord Elcho (Francis Richard Charteris, 10th Earl of Wemyss and 6th Earl of March, b. 1818, d. 1914). The current holder of the trophy is England (2013).

ELCHO WinnersNick Tremlett has been victorious in 5 team matches

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NLRC has has numerous MR members - doing their magic!

Heritage - MR Honours

GREAT BRITAIN HONOURSToursNames required

MR Honours Board

To acknowledge the achievements of current members in the world of MR

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ELCHO TEAM MEMBERSNick TremlettRob LygoeJohn Bridges

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R M (Mick) Stevens, GM : 12/02/2014 R M (Mick) Stevens, GM, died in the early hours of last Wednesday. Mick won the Queen's Prize in 1971 while a member of the NLRC and the Ricochet Rifle Club.

David Hossack : 8/12/2012 It is very sad to report that David Hossack died on 8th December following a severe stroke from which he was unable to recover and our condolences go to his wife Hilary and family Jon and Joanna. David did an enormous amount over many years for fullbore shooting in general and for Scottish shooting in particular. During his time as Captain of the Scotland team he wasinstrumental in raising the standard of shooting and was very successful in achieving the best results from the teams, particularly in the overseas teams he took to Australia and the West Indies. His personality and positive approach to leadership made a big difference in helping teammembers to achieve their personal best results. His own shooting was of a very high standard and he was in the Scotland team for the 1974 Commonwealth Games in New Zealand. He had the distinction of being in the winning Scotland team for the National Match in 1965 and then in the next winning team in 2010 -- a gap of 45 years. He also shot in Great Britainoverseas teams and made regular appearances in the top 100 of the Queens Prize and he was especially proud when his daughter Joanna won the Queens Prize in 2000. In recent years David took up Match Rifle shooting and quickly established himself in the Scotland teams that won the Elcho Match in 2010 and 2011. David also helped in running the NSC at Bisley during a difficult financial period when the future of the NRA was in doubt and he also helped the North London Rifle Club at Bisley including his time as Chairman of the club. His contribution to full bore shooting was enormous and he will be sorely missed by all that knew him.

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NLRC to commemorate members and friends who now shoot on the ultimate range!

Heritage - Obituaries

Gone to Ultimate range

The formal obituaries and place for us to record fond memories of events and achievements.We may request family members and friends to submit one or two photo’s!Members are asked to provided names and details so that we can make a comprehensive list.

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Walter Magnay : 1 November 1919 – 26 march 2013 : GM 1976Walter Magnay was the last of the great rifle shooters who emerged in the years just before the war. He was one of the distinctive characters among the Bisley-based “tigers” who topped the prize lists from the 1950s to the 1980s, and he was one of the finest shots ever to represent England and Great Britain. He was a respected ambassador for the sport, fostering goodwill and humour among the opposition. He toured Australia, Canada (five times), the Channel Islands, New Zealand, Norway, South Africa andSwitzerland as a member of British and other UK teams.He won the Lt Governor’s Prize at Montreal, Quebec, in 1950, followed by the New Zealand Queen’s Prize and Ballinger Belt in 1974, and the Queen’s Prize at Bisley in 1976. In a shooting career spanning from 1947 to 1995 he won 51 caps for England, and 17 for Great Britain during the annual Bisley Imperial Meeting, together with a host of other individual honours.Younger shooters would often see Magnay, Robin Fulton, Larry and Jean Orpen-Smellie and their illustrious shooting friends gathered at the back of the firing point in the setting July sun at the annual Bisley international matches, after shooting had finished for the day. They were gathered for the evening ceremony of swapping hard or good luck stories on their day’s fortunes, washed down by the inevitable pink gins. It was a sight that brought a degree of reassurance to hurried competitors, and the knowledge that there was time for relaxation among sportsmen and women in a hectic world. Magnay’s victory in the Queen’s Prize in 1976 came after a three-way tie shoot with Libby Felton of Australia, and his friend Ted Molyneux. Molyneux recalled Magnay’s advice on tie shoots: get your shots off quickly so as to disconcert the other competitors. ........ extracted and reproduced from The Times : http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/opinion/obituaries/article3755916.ece

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Keith Pilcher : 1937 – 2011 : GM2 GC SM SC (GM 1963 and 1973)...... He had little patience with the way the sport of shooting was run and his idea of a perfect Committee was that of one. He was very proud of his club, the slightly misleadingly named (for historic reasons) North London Rifle Club as it is the premier private club at Bisley. At Committee Keith had the ability to get to the nub of any problem and his remarks were always listened to. He was proud to become and the club was proud to have him as its President since 2009. Keith was one of the most outstanding marksmen of his generation. Although he had already made his mark before 1963, the making of him was being a successful member of the last true Great Britain Touring Team to Africa from Kenya to South Africa in 1963, before it became pull-apart with nationalist politics such that tours, since, have been, basically, to one country at a time. He also made lasting friendships among the leading shots of the time, especially of some a generation above him. He was one of the pink gin club who enjoyed each other’s company and toured together – the qualification being to have a ready supply of pink gin in the boot of their cars at Bisley. Altogether he also toured with British Teams to Canada, the USA, the West Indies, New Zealand, Australia and, with six of us from the British Commonwealth Rifle Club, to Papua/New Guinea, Singapore and Hong Kong - amemorable trip for all of us as I recall that the team was run, very successfully, as a democracy with six captains. To recall all Keith’s successes and anecdotal stories would take a long time, but his highlight was his consistent success in HM The Queen’s Prize over 25 years which he won in 1963 using the adapted military rifle of the time and in 1973 using the bespoke target rifle type we use today – the only person to have won with both rifle types. He qualified for the Queen’s hundred year after year between 1958 and 1985 (18 times in all) with the, possibly, unique record of missing out on achieving 10 in a row in 1971 by not waking up in time for the second stage! He also won the Bisley Grand Aggregate in 1970 and was in the top 50 17 times. Later becoming a champion and prize winning long range Match Rifle Shot and coach for many years. His last major appointment was as captain of the successful English Rifle Team in the Millennium Match held at Bisley. ........ extracted and reproduced from Keith Pilcher’s Eulogy

Richard Jeens GM : 2013 : 297.44Richard won the H.M. Queen's Prize, Stage III with 149 .24v 74.10v 74.10v 297.44v in a tight match. The top 3 had equal points and victory was settled by his excellent V count.

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Miss JF Hossack GM : 2000 : 294.29Only the 2nd Lady to win the Queens Prize. The daughter of David Hossack, Joanna did the NLRC proud.

Nick Tremlett GM : 2009 : 298.44Following his 149 points, he scored a maximum 75 at 900 yards and followed it with 74 at 1,000 yards to hold on to his slender lead over Warburton as the rest of the field suffered in the breezes.

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NLRC members who have won Queens prize - widely regarded as the pinnacle achievement for a TR Shooter!

Heritage - Queens Winners

What is the QUEENS PRIZE

Continuing a Royal tradition started in 1860, HM The Queen’s Prize Final is held during the World Championships Meeting at Bisley in July each year. The Queen is Patron of the NRA and Prince Charles is President.H.M. The Queen's PrizeThe Queen's Prize is generally regarded as the most coverted prize in the shooting world. It was first shot for in 1860 when the Sovereign (Queen Victoria) gave a prize of £250 for the winner. This amount has remained unchanged to this day although in the original days, it was a considerable sum. The winner earns the right to have the initials 'GM' after his or her name (as you may notice in our team list). There are three stages to the competition, the winners of the second stage earn the initials 'SM'.

NLRC List of “H.M. Queens Prize” Winners

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The Imperial Meeting is the most prestigious of the competitions held by the National Rifle Association. The series of competitions includes competitions for Service Rifle, Civilian Service Rifle, Cadets, Historic Arms, Schools, Gallery Rifle and Pistol, Match Rifle and Target Rifle. The Meeting opens with the Service Rifle Competitions where forces from across the world compete in competitions including the Queen's Medal. On the Final Saturday Target Rifle competitors who have made it to HM the Queen's Prize third stage (no mean feat as only 100 qualify from over 1000 in the first stage), shoot at 900 and 1000 yards. The winner is chaired off the range and onto Prize Giving.

NORTHER Mr Richard Jeens, won the H.M. Queen's Prize, Stage III with 149 .24v 74.10v 74.10v 297.44v in a tight match. The top 3 had equal points and victory was settled by his excellent V count. Both Bob Oxford (7th) and Jane Messer (10th) were only 3 points behind again V’s used to differentiate.

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NLRC members who participated in 2014!

Heritage - Queens 2014

How the “North” faired

Overall NLRC had 8 shooters in the Top 100. After Richard Jeens (1st), with Bob Oxford (7th) and the evergreen Ms Jane Messer (10th) all doing the “North” proud. See the summary list below Nigel “Brokeback” Ball managed an excellent 28th, and considering the hospitalisation and pallor he had all week, that was highly commendable! For those with “bets” and jibes afloat we have summarised the standings of the main clubs / associations in the table (green alongside).

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Richards is also the Individual Long Range champ!http://bulletin.accurateshooter.com/2011/10/britains-richard-jeens-wins-world-long-range-rifle-title/

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NLRC acknowledging our history - we stand on the shoulders of giants!

Heritage - Our Origins

The Blue Book

The Definitive Club History.A booklet produced in 1988 that covers the first 120 years of our fine club from its origins.Reproduced here for broader consumption and it is a truly worthy read!

Last Updated : Monday 23 March 2015

NLRC Blue Book : Acknowledging the contributions of our founding members and their amazing achievements and history up to 1988. This includes a fascinating series of essays and includes content about eminent and some current members.

A Logo is a visual expression of a Corporate Identity and reflects the character and nature of an organisation.When I was invited to join the committee in 1982 the Club Letterhead did not contain a Logo but David Goodall quite rightly introduced one whilst he was Chairman and our Letterhead has contained one ever since. Having spent my entire working life in the communications business I thought it appropriate that upon becoming President to review the Club Letterhead and Logo design. It was clear to me that it needed an update. So I undertook a review and discovered that there were a number of different versions which had been used over the years. Over the War Memorial in the Dining Room is a carved version Fig.1. Over the veranda arch to the dining room door another with what appear to be bolt action SMLEs Fig.2. The shield in the computer alcove similar to more recent versions but without a scroll Fig.3. Also a rather simplistic version as featured on the cover of the Blue Book Club History from 1988 Fig.5. But the one that had predominated you can find on some of the older Club Crockery and on recent Letterhead paper Fig.4. This is the one which in my view represented the best expression of the character and nature of the Club but it still needed to be refined and brought up to date. If you look at the representation of the rifles on Fig.3 & 5 the rifles featured are clearly post flint lock but I would suggest merely an artistic expression rather than a realistic representation. It therefore seemed appropriate to show rifles that were in use at the time the Club was founded in 1880. Accordingly simplified Martini Henry Mk I - IVs have been shown in Fig.6 & 7. It is so very easy to stray from an agreed logo design, which is why large organisations always have someone responsible for policing their corporate design and logo. The next time we order a new supply of Club Ties, I will try to ensure that only the latest logo design is used. As from April 2014 Club sportswear will also feature the latest design. Simon Dixon - President - 2014